LarryD/PocketDog - Cicadas-Waiting On Morning
Folk, Acoustic, Singer/Songwriter
Virginia, United States
Overall Impression: With a truly charming theme at its core and an undeniably pleasant sense of character that allows for a particularly soothing and calming listening experience, LarryD's "Cicadas-Waiting on Morning" is a wonderfully written and inviting piece of folk-inspired songwriting that feels both genuine and truthfully sincere in its simple desire to raise a smile and warm the hearts of its listeners, it sure did mine.
Strongest Point(s): I always find it fascinating to learn about the inspiration behind a song, the idea that such a simple yet endearing premise can help spark a creative flame is inspiring and you can certainly feel Larry's heart and spirit intricately woven into the lyrics and performances profoundly. As Larry rightfully states, the full-bodied character of the twelve-string provides a myriad of lush overtones to the song and serves as a brilliant choice to compliment the soft understated nature of the vocals they accompany. There is something particularly majestic about the twelve-string that helps create this rather wide and expansive sound, and the fact that Larry's playing contains the necessary nuance and delicacy in order to effectively convey the character of the instrument is a testament to how well it has been utilized in this instance.
Target Audience Appeal: Fans of folk will find "Cicadas" to be a thoroughly pleasant listening experience.
Artist target suggestions: Jackson Browne, Jim Croce, Bob Dylan, Harry Nillson, Simon & Garfunkel, Cat Stevens, John Denver, John Prine, Gordon Lightfoot, Iron & Wine, James Taylor, Dan Fogelberg, Loggins % Messina
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About the Reviewer:
Andre Avanessian is a freelance session musician, composer, and sound engineer based in the U.K. Having studied music production and composition at a degree level, he has taken his passion for all things audio-related to a level that has allowed him to become both a competent musician and performer. Being a self-confessed "Guitar Nerd" Andre has been continually studying the guitar, as well as teaching it, helping students both learn the instrument, develop their songwriting, and how to become proficient in home recording.